My Momma

I spent nine months with you before anyone

my day one 

my inspiration. 

When I was bullied at age 9

you helped me each time 

and said, "Listen, baby girl you are precious and so beautiful"

the usual 

She taught me to gain more confidence 

the cognizance of knowing I was valued helped me prosper.

You taught me self-love by example and now my personality reflects that.

Today I am who I am because you taught me to be like you. 

So all I have left to say is Thank you.